Owner: HWMC

Catalog#: AF-IDST-199-14 

Rattles

Luba Female Rattle

Democratice Republic of Congo
Luba

Wood, seed pods, seeds
Mid 20th Century
Length: 14 inches; Diameter: 2 inches
Idiophone – Struck Indirectly – Shaken -Rattle

Rattles such as this are widespread among the Luba groups. The handle is carved in the shape of a human torso, with facial features characteristic of the Lube and is denoting a serene expression.  Dried seeds inside the four seed pods produce a rattle sound.

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